Senior Program Director

GovCIO

. Direct all phases of programs from inception through completion .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $185,000 - $275,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in managing complex IT programs, overseeing all phases from inception to completion while ensuring adherence to cost, schedule, and technical performance. Proven ability to lead teams, negotiate contracts, and develop new business opportunities.

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Program ManagementContract NegotiationFEMA Public TrustBusiness DevelopmentTeam Leadership

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Hard Skills

Program SchedulingCost ManagementTechnical Performance MonitoringProposal CoordinationBudget ManagementStaffing PlansProblem IdentificationSolution ImplementationComplex IT Program ManagementRecruitment

Soft Skills

Customer CommunicationTeam SupervisionInterpersonal SkillsLeadershipNegotiation

Certifications & Qualifications

FEMA Public Trust

Industry Keywords

IT ProgramsContract ManagementBusiness PlansOperating BudgetsProgram Review Sessions

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Direct all phases of programs from inception through completion
Manage cost, schedule, and technical performance of company programs or major program subsystems
Participate in contract and contract-change negotiations
Coordinate proposals, business plans, work statements, specifications, operating budgets, and contract financial terms
Serve as primary customer contact and lead program review sessions
Develop new business and expand the product line with customers
Establish milestones, monitor schedules, identify program problems, and obtain solutions
Direct technical, manufacturing, and administrative employees assigned to the program
Manage one or more complex programs and potentially an operating/field office
Supervise professional and technical personnel
Prepare manpower staffing plans and potentially recruit, interview, and hire staff
Monitor contracts, subcontracts, and funding; forecast program financial performance
Acquire follow-on business and support new business development through major proposals

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's with 10-15 years (or commensurate experience)
10+ years of experience managing complex IT programs
Must be able to attain and maintain FEMA Public Trust